Cyclic Bicycles

Cyclic Bikes-Specialized Demo Day

2012-01-04T21:59:00.002+11:00

This Saturday and Sunday I will be down at the You Yangs MTB park between Melbourne and Geelong for the latest Test The Best demo day with Specialized bikes. See the poster above for details and come on down for a ride.

The sweetest victories are those that are hardest earn't

2011-07-24T15:09:00.001+10:00

Well if there is one person who stood up to be counted at this years Tour De France it was Cadel "cuddles" Evans.

The performance layed out last night in the individual time trail was something to behold. After 3 days with back against the wall to come out and smash those who challenged him showed the heart of the man indeed. I hope everybody gets a chance to see just how good that ride was.

The challengers threw everything they could at him but just had to sit back and watch in awe as time and time again he dug deeper and deeper to realize the dream.

Tonight he gets a nice quiet ride into Paris while the sprinters go at it for the last chance at bragging rights.

Hats of to man with a big heart.

It's Tour Time.....

2011-07-10T20:03:00.004+10:00

Well the first week of the 2011 tour is just about done and dusted and what a week it was.

Cadel (cuddles) Evans looking strong at the front.

Bertie Contador had a bit of an off or 2 and is trailing.

Head injuries and broken bones are the flavour of the week.

We will be running some weekly tour specials for all those on the mailing list for our newsletter, sign up in the top right hand corner of the blog.

Also BMC is offering up some ridiculous savings up untill the end of July.

-SLR01 Team Machine complete bikes with Sram red were $8950 now only $7195. A whopping $1755 off.

-RM01 Race Machine complet with Sram Red/force were $6195 now only $5195. Easy maths, $1000 off

-SL01 Road Racer with Ultegra was $4595 now only $3795. $800 off

-SL02 with 105 was $3450 now $2795. Save $655.

Framesets are also on Special too.

-SLR01 was $5495 now $4495

-RM01 was $3899 now $3195

-TT02 was $3295 now $2395

All prices current till the end of July only, no exceptions.

Lay Buy available.

Epic 26 Days of June Sale - Now On!

2011-06-01T18:50:00.012+10:00

COMP 26

Was $3,999 Now $2,959

Save $1,040

ELITE

Was $4,299 Now $3,180

SAVE $1,119

COMP CARBON

Was $4,499 Now $3,330

SAVE $1,169

EXPERT CARBON

Was $5,999 Now $4,440

SAVE $1,559

MARATHON - Save 30%

Was $7,999 Now $5,599

SAVE $2,400

CONDITIONS OF SALE

Offer limited to the above 26 inch complete bikes only

60 day layby available

26% off all Specialized Parts and Accessories at the time of purchase

Sale runs for the first 26 days of June

Visit the Specialized Epic page for full specifications

My new Specialized Rockhopper SL 29er Single speed.

2011-05-16T09:44:00.003+10:00

Finally finished off my new Specialized Rockhopper SL 29er single speed. Still have to get a better rear brake and sort out gearing but the first ride was great.

I laced some of Velocity's new Blunt SL tubeless rims to XT hubs with DT Swiss competition Spokes for the wheel and they came up a treat.

Forks are Suntour Epicon. Not very widely know in MTB circles but seem nice and plush from first impression.

I will have to start the weight weeny bit soon I guess to drop it below 10 kg.

Cyclic Bicycles Newsleter

2011-05-06T15:19:00.005+10:00

Did you know that we now have a Cyclic Newseltter? Well we do and our first one will be sent out this week.

There is a sign up form on the right of the blog. The newsletter will keep you up to date with the latest happenings, specials and new products in store.

If you are worried about being spammed to death don't be. We will only be sending it out once a month.

BMC SLR01 "Giro D'Italia" Super special

2011-04-22T18:35:00.004+10:00

Wow, so long with no updates.

The good folk at BMC are having a ripper sale on the SLR01 for the Giro D'Italia to help me brake the drought.

$1000 off the RRP.

Now only $7999.00

This is the bike of choice of the BMC pro team and as always oozes BMC stye and technology.

Sale is current through until the end of the Giro on the 29 th of May.

March Special

2011-02-28T15:20:00.003+11:00

For the duration of March Cyclic bikes will give each customer that purchases a new 2011 model BMC or Specialized road bike a free pair of shoes.

-BMC SSX01 or Specialized Alex or Secteur get a pair of Sport road $149.00

-BMC SL02 or Tarmac/Roubaix 105 build get a pair of Elite road $199.00

-BMC SL01 or Tarmac/Roubaix Ultegra build get a pair of Comp road $299.00

-BMC RM01 or Tarmac/Roubaix Dura Ace build get a pair of Expert road $349.00

-BMC SLR01 or Custom built S-Works bike get a pair of S-Works shoes $449.00

Pay nothing for the shoes.

Offer closes at the end of march and is applies to all available 2011 bikes and shoes.

February Bike Special.

2011-01-31T14:22:00.002+11:00

Time to kick the new cycling year off with a "Feb Special".

BMC RM01 Race Machine complete bikes. RRP $6195.00

Till the 28th of Feb this model will be $5995.00.

Full Specifications here.

http://www.bmc-racing.com/int-en/bikes/2011/road/model/racemachine/rm01/standard.html

Specialized Demo 8

2011-01-22T17:10:00.003+11:00

Being a 66kg whippet more inclined to inflict the hurt on the uphill not the downhill, I never really got the downhill bug.

But after hooking up Andy from Ballarat with a new Demo 8,

I now kind of get it.

What a piece of work. There is just so much that has gone into these frame sets.

One reason why Sam Hill wins is his partnership with Specialized for sure.

Oh, and the fact he is is just plain insane on a bike.

A day at the races..

2011-01-07T11:01:00.002+11:00

It was great to get down to Williamstown for the last stage in the Bay crit series. Sunny day with light wind and racing action up close and personal.

The shop will back open on Tuesday the 11th 0f Jan and it sure was good to have a spell.

Christmas Opening Hours

2010-12-15T21:37:00.011+11:00

Only 8 more sleeps till Christmas!

Cyclic will be open every day leading up to Christmas right up to the close of business on Friday 24th December. That means you have plenty of opportunity to come in and do your last minute christmas shopping with us.

We have lots of christmas gift ideas to suit everyone's budget (small, big and bigger) and if you are not sure what to buy you can always purchase a gift voucher.

The opening and closing hours are the same: 10am til 6pm weekdays and 10am til 4.30pm on the weekend.

We will be taking a well deserved break over christmas and will open back up again on the 11th of January.

Specialized Stumpjumper Comp 29er

2010-11-15T19:58:00.002+11:00

Sure to be a big hit this season is the Specialized Stumpjumper Comp 29er.

The new frame features race optimized 29er specific geometry, not just big wheels on a 26 inch bike. A Rock Shox Reba RLT fork with size-specific travel. Super fast Specialized S-Works renegade 2-bliss tyres fitted as standard. Avid Elixir R SL brakes with tool-free reach adjust.

Sram 3x10 drivetrain and comes in 5 sizes from 15.5 inch through to 23 inch.

In store soon.

New 2011 BMC's Price drop.

2010-11-15T19:12:00.005+11:00

All 3 of these bikes are now in store.

With the strong Australian dollar the price of BMC bikes and frames has been reduced making one of best bike brands even more accessible. The new RM01 will now have a retail price of $6195.00. Down from $6559.00

I have assembled the 3 and weight a couple. The RM01 in size 53 cm weighs in at $6.9kg.

The SL02 will now be $3450.00 down from $3595.00 and weighs in at right on 8kg for a 57cm. And the SR02 street racer will be $2120.00 down from $2395.00.

Hincapie SLX01 Limited Edition

2010-10-21T16:04:00.003+11:00

This here is a nice little collectors item indeed. A limited edition George Hincapie Stars and Stripes BMC SLX01 Racemaster frameset.

1 of only a handful made. This is a 52 cm and is offered for sale with a George Hincapie US champion jersey (med). Can be built to your personal specification.

Frame, Fork, Headset and seat post $3000.00

Phil Wood hubs and more.....

2010-10-19T19:05:00.005+11:00

At cyclic bikes we have always had some Phil Wood hubs and cogs in the cabinet. But now with the Australian dollar doing so well we can offer the same price as the US customers. Dollar for dollar. Anything on the Phil Wood store can be yours at the same price as listed.

http://philwood.com/store/

This also makes for some great wheelset options. For example.

A pair of Phil Wood classic road hubs laced to silver Mavic Open pro rims with DT competition spokes is $895.00.

Or a pair of polished Phil high flange track hubs, (fixed/free 32h) laced to Velocity Deep-V's. $695.00

All cogs $65.00

Spoil yourself for Christmas....

Specialized 'Globe' Daily 2

2010-10-14T09:19:00.002+11:00

Just in time for spring is the Specialized Daily 2 urban bike. An all alloy light weight frame with colour coded rear rack. 8 speed rear with a single chain ring up front. Super cool swept back bars with matching tan saddle and grips. In store now and only $749.00

29er's from Specialized

2010-10-11T14:36:00.007+11:00

So if you thought the 29er thing was just going to go away quietly, think again.

Specialized is going to town with 29er's this season and here is how it stands.

Kicking it off i the Hardrock range, entry level 29er disc at $599 and sport disc at $749. So even the kids can play.

Next up is the Rockhopper comp at $1199 and the expert at $1499. Good price point for a 3x9 drivetrain to get the more serious ride onto a new 29er.

Last alloy of the hardtail's is the Stumpjumper Comp at $2499. 3x10 and Rock Shox reba forks give a great mid level package. Or for a bit more bling the Stumpjumper comp carbon at $3999.

Full carbon hardtail frame with a sram 2x10 drivetrain and reba front forks. Nice

Onto the duel suspension bikes and the Camber elite 29er has 100mm of front and rear travel, 3x9 drive train and comes in at $2799. Great value for a duely.

The ever popular Epic range gets 3 modelsof 29er. The comp at $3999 with 3x10 and reba's. The comp carbon at $4499 with a carbon front triangle, reba's and 2x10 drivetrain. And the Expert carbon. Carbon front. 142mm rear. Sram X0 2x10 drivetrain and tuned reba forks. all for $5999.

2 bikes in the 130mm travel Stumpjumper FSR range. FSR comp at $3799. 2x10 and reba's. And the FSR expert at $4999. Sram X0 drivetrain, control tech post and 130 mm travel reba's.

And for those who just have to have the best there is 2 offerings from the S-Works stable.

Stumpjumper HT carbon at $8499. Sub 9kg rocket ship. Yes, less than 9 kilograms people.

Epic S-Works 29er at $9999. Carbon everything. Frame, wheels, bar, post, cranks etc. This is as high as you go in 29er duel suspension bikes.

All can be found here www.specialized.com/au/gb/bc/home.jsp

Now get out and go riding......

Build kit super specials..

2010-09-24T15:12:00.003+10:00

Thinking of sprucing up your ride with a new build kit? Bought a frame and want fit it out?

Here are some great options for the full upgrade or new build.

Sram, Zipp, 3T, Prologo, bike ribbon and Vittoria packages as follows.

Sram Rival, Zipp flash point 40 carbon clinchers, 3T pro bar, post and stem, Vittoria Rubino tyres, Prologo Kappa saddle and Sram or bike ribbon tape.

All for $3035.00.

Sram force built kit, Zipp Flash point 60 carbon clinchers, 3T Team bar, post and stem, Vittoria Rubino tyres, Prologo Nago saddle and sram or bike ribbon tape.

All for $3565.00

Sram Red build kit, Zipp 303 tubular wheels, 3T Team bar, post and stem, Zipp Tangent tyres, Prologo nago saddle and sram or bike ribbon tape.

All for $5495.00

Available as a road or TT option. Your choice of crank length, stem length, bar width and cassette ratio. Compact or standard cranks.

Fitting extra.

Match this with any BMC or Specialized frameset to receive further discount.

Available until further advised by the wholesaler. Must be purchased as a full parts complement.

BMC RM01 Race Machine update.

2010-09-16T20:40:00.003+10:00

I have been watching the stats on my blog over the last few weeks and the number 1 search term if for the new BMC Race Machine RM01. So here is a more in depth spec list of what you can expect in the Australian model.

The frame will be very similar in design to the very popular SLR01 with more stiffness built into the seat stays, BB shell and the front fork. We will receive the colour scheme above and not the 'Gulf Porsche" colour going to europe.

Sizing as follows. 47, 50, 53, 55, 57 and 60 cm frames.

Front crankset is a Sram Red BB30 item with matching Sram Red front and rear derailleur and shifters. Brakes are Sram Force, cassette is Sram PG 1070 with the ratio 11-26.Wheels will be the ever reliable Easton EA70 and be shod with Conti Ultra Race tyres. Handlebar is a carbon EC70 and stem an alloy EA70 item. Saddle is Selle Italia SL XC.

Geometry is below.

We have been given an estimated RRP of $6559.00 for a complete bike and $3899.00 for a frameset. This may change with the fluctuating dollar but my best guess is these will be the prices to expect.

As with all BMC bikes numbers will be limited and first orders are due in November. Pre orders are welcome.

All of the specs and pics can now be seen on the new BMC website.

Size	s	tt	ht	stack	reach	ha	sa	rc	drop
47	487	520	113	506	370	70.5	73.5	402	69
50	517	535	133	530	378	72	73.5	402	69
53	547	550	153	551	387	72.5	73.5	402	69
55	567	560	168	565	392	72.5	73.5	402	69
57	587	575	188	584	402	72.5	73.5	402	69
60	617	590	213	608	410	72.5	73.5	402	69

Specialized 'Globe' Daily bikes

2010-09-16T15:40:00.006+10:00

Now it's time for something for the ladies out there.

New Globe range from Specialized has these 2 cuties for the urban girls.

The Daily 1 in Pail blue with a front basket, single speed simplicity, city smart for short trips to the cafe or the market. RRP $599.00 and due next week.

The Daily 2 in Dark blue with rear rack has 8 gears for a bit more hustle and is $749.00

Stay tuned for the sweet Live range update soon.

Pail blue now in store....

SLX01 "Super Special"

2010-09-10T18:55:00.002+10:00

BMC Australia is clearing out the last few 2009 model SLX01 road bikes and we at Cyclic are passing on the savings to you.

Complete bikes with Ultegrs SL drive train, Fulcrum 5 wheels and Conti tyres.

Out they go at $2995.00

Only available in the following sizes.

49 cm Blue/white and Black/yellow.

54 cm in Blue/ white.

56 cm Blue/ white wit FSA carbon compact crank and easton EA50 bar and stem.

Less than 10 available in each size Australia wide so call the shop and reserve yours tomorrow.

Rockhopper SL 29er Single speed

2010-09-10T10:07:00.002+10:00

More new Specialized 29 er stuff coming. This is the Rockhopper 29er SS. The exact frame that Ned Overland won the US singlespeed championship on. I have got a 19 inch frame coming for myself due in November and if anyone wants to do a pre order please contact the shop. From all accounts there wont be a huge amount of these available so get on board early. RRP of around $699.00 for the frame, headset, seatpost and saddle is great value. M4 sl alloy frame with an eccentric BB shell and disc brake only. Frame and fork packages available on request.

September Special.

2010-09-09T17:24:00.003+10:00

Now that spring has sprung it is time to get the legs stretching on some of the longer rides around Melbourne and the outer hills. This weekend there will be another flock doing the De Garni Kinglake ride. And some getting prepped for around the bay in a day.

What better way to get the enthusiasm up than new BMC road bike. The last SLX01 Racemaster I have is on special for September for $4395.00. Save $600.00

54 cm frame, Full 6700 Ultegra and Easton EA70 wheels.

Specialized Camber FSR pro

2010-09-05T09:45:00.003+10:00

New for 2011 is the Camber platform. At 120mm of travel it slots in between the Epic (100mm)and the Stumpjumper (140mm) and is aimed squarely at the trail rider.

This range offers by far the best bang for your buck in the Specialized dual suspension range and the Camber FSR pro is likely to be one of the best value bikes available in Australia period.

M4 hydroformed tubes, sealed cartrige bearing pivots, command post cable routing with bolt on guides.

Fox F120rl fork up front, Custom tuned Triad 2 shock with 3 position 'on the fly' switch, 1)lock-out, 2)open, 3)pro-pedal. Sram S-2200 2x10 Carbon double crankset. XTR M980 rear mech. Avid Elixir R-SL brakes with rotor sizes 160/185 mm for small and medium and 185/203mm for large and X/large.

DT X420sl rims and 2Bliss ready "the captain" tyres.

All of this for an amazing $3499.00.

I hear you say you want more.

Any one that buys one of these will get a free Mariposa caffe-latex tubeless conversion kit.

Specialized Rockhopper Comp 29er

2010-09-05T09:03:00.006+10:00

So after my 2 days of intense initiation into the Specialized family and a long look at the huge dealer book I thought it was time to share some of my fav's for the coming season.

The Rockhopper Comp 29er is probably not too high on most people's list but I think it will be quite popular with some.

Firstly at $1199.00 it is right on the money for any entry level rider or someone looking at a second (or 3rd or 4th etc) bike to do their own comparison to a 26 inch.

Secondly it can be easily converted to a single speed as it has a neat set of sliding dropouts.

5 sizes from 15.5 inch through to 23 inch means everyone can have one. Sure it's only got an entry level spec with Alivio shift gear, but the custom tuned Suntour fork up front and hydro discs at this price point are a winner.

Due in store the 2nd week of September.

NOW IN STORE....

New BMC Road Racer for 2011

2010-08-29T16:02:00.002+10:00

There will a new SL01 Road Racer from BMC in 2011 with the introduction of a full carbon frameset. In 2 formats, the SL01 and SL02. The '01 has a full Ultegra 6700 group set and DT swiss R1700 wheel. Finshed in Carbon and titanium gold trim. The '02 has a Shimano 105 group and DT swiss R1800 wheels and comes in black and red.

Frame sizes 48, 51, 54, 57 and 60 cm.

The SL01 will retail for around $4795 and the SL02 for around $3495.

New BMC Racemachine for 2011

2010-08-29T15:51:00.003+10:00

A quick sneak peek of the new 2011 BMC Race Machine. Very similar to the SLR01 Team Machine with a few frame mods. Thicker, stiffer seat stays. TCC seat post with a standard seat post clamp. Available in Australia as a complete bike for $6495 (estimate) with Sram red group set with the exception of Force braces, chain and cassette. Easton EA70 wheels, EC70 Bar and Ea70 stem. Also as a frame set with as estimated retail of $3895.

Due November 2010. Pre orders commencing soon.

Clothing and shoes clearence.

2010-08-26T21:05:00.002+10:00

As we are taking on Specialized Bikes and clothing, Cyclic bikes is have a clearance sale on all our remaining items of Sugoi clothing and gloves, Louis Garneau shoes and Time shoes.

All at least 30% discounted, some at cost. Sale lasts until all items sold.

Coming Soon......

2010-08-17T20:17:00.002+10:00

A few more winter clearance bikes.

2010-08-05T12:52:00.003+10:00

Along with our clothing sale I have a few bikes to clear to make way for new stock.

1x 50cm KHS flite 100 $500 SOLD

1x Charge plug large with flat bars $800 SOLD

1x Charge grinder small $950

1x BMC TE04 small $995

1x BMC Shiver small $1995

1st in gets them.

Clothing sale!!!

2010-08-01T17:11:00.003+10:00

With the impending arrival of a new brand for us we are having a sale on all of our clothing, helmets and gloves. All Sugoi clothing 30% off. All shoes also 30% off and 40% off all gloves from Tuff and Sugoi. Hincapie BMC Team clothing also reduced. This will last till all stock is sold.

Tour special "week 3"

2010-07-18T16:11:00.004+10:00

So it's the last week of the tour and time for our week 3 tour special.

This week is the BMC SL01 Road racer. With a full Sram rival group set and Easton Vista SL wheels. RRP is $3695.00.

Up until the tour's end these are $3295.00 and include BMC team replica clothing.

Pre orders are also now being take for 2011 bikes and frames. The new TE01 full carbon hard tail mtb looks awesome. And 2 new road model are sure to keep everyone happy.

Also we are clearing out the remaining Time RXI road shoes for $165.00/pair.

Cyclic bikes "Tour Specials" Week two.

2010-07-13T15:28:00.003+10:00

Into the second week of the tour and Cadel Evans from BMC Racing leads the general classification and wears the Yellow Jersey.

So for week two we have on special Official BMC team clothing by Hincapie custom. As worn by Martin Kholer above. RRP of $365.00 a set. Special price of $265.00, save $100. Valid till Sunday.

Also one only yellow and black SLX01 Racemaster in size 52cm. Sram rival group. $2995.00

There is also still some 2009 SLX01 clearance models left at $3495.00. Limited sizes and colours.

Cyclic bikes "Tour Specials" Week one.

2010-07-07T19:18:00.004+10:00

Well it wouldn't be right to go through the Tour de France without offering some Tour Specials. So this is what we have for Week 1.

BMC SSX01 Streetfire complete bikes. RRP $2350.00. Week 1 special price of $1995. Includes BMC team replica clothing.

Also Easton EA50 wheelsets RRP $495.00 Week 1 price of $385.00

Offer closes Sunday the 11th.

BMC Racemaster Spring classics special price.

2010-04-02T10:50:00.002+11:00

Just in time for the start of the Spring classics season in Europe, BMC is offering special deals on 2009 Racemaster SLX01 complete bikes. Both colours and with the option of a full Ultegra Sl build or FSA SLK light carbon compact crank. Some models are already sold out so please contact the shop if you would like to get in early and secure yourself one at the special price of $3495.00

Garmin GPS cycling products now in store.

2010-04-02T10:38:00.002+11:00

Cyclic bikes is now an authorized Garmin dealer.

We have a range of the cycling and triathlon computer GPS units and accessories in stock and will be expanding over the next couple of weeks.

The Edge 500 is now the benchmark for road cyclist not only as a general computer but as a serious training tool. The Edge 705 with integrated mapping is the top of the line with all the bells and whistles. Fully upgradable topographical an street mapping.

The new 310XT is perfect for the amateur and serious triathlon competitor alike. Individual stage recording and optional foot pod sensor.

All have virtual training partners and connect to PC or Mac and you can track training via the Garmin connect site.

New BMC SLR01 on the floor...

2010-03-18T11:35:00.004+11:00

Well it has finally land at Cyclic Bikes.

The new SLR01 Team Machine from BMC. And what glorious machine it is.

Xavier is the proud owner of our fist complete built 57 cm that came in at 6.6kg out of the box.

We have a 55 cm in carbon and white on the floor now and more sizes to follow.

Some of the things that make this new bike something special are, besides the ridiculous low weight, the sensational finish, Sram Red group with BB30, the ultra stiff front fork and without doubt the most elegant seat post design ever.

I can see plenty of sub 6 kg bikes being built around this frameset for sure.

The price of $8950 is a steel for what you will receive from this bike. It is most definitely not just another carbon frame with a bunch of top line components added to achieve the title of flagship. As with any pedigree the heart of this bike is the frame and the technology applied at all points.

We also have alternative packages available for those with a taste for Campagnolo or Shimano.

Sram XX intro special.

2009-10-06T16:58:00.002+11:00

As special introductory to the new Sram XX we are offering free fitting on the first 5 build kits up until the end of November. Any combo of drive train or drivetrain and brakes or complete drivetrain, brake and fork groupset. Pay full retail and get it fitted free of charge. Have this fitted to a brand new BMC and save more.

Price are as follows. $2099 for the drive train package of shifters, crankset, derailers, chain and cassette. $2899 if you add the brakes. And various prices depending on the fork option for the full group. Call or email to confirm exact pricing.

This will definitely set the new standard in mtb drivetrain set-up. Shifting is so good it has to be tried to be believed.

Sram Force October special.

2009-10-02T14:00:00.002+10:00

For our October shop special we are offering Sram force standard or compact complete groupsets supplied and fitted for $1695. Including your choice of any colour of Sram super-cork bar tape.

Limited to shop sales only, no mail out.

2010 BMC Speedfox

2009-09-24T13:41:00.003+10:00

For the next season BMC will be making a clear distinction between the 120 mm and 140 mm travel bikes with the addition of the Speedfox. While the Trailfox will remain as a 140 mm travel frame the Speedfox will take on the marathon race market with 120 mm of travel. As per the TF02 and TF03 of 2009. Offered in Australia as an SF01 frameset in Black and green and SF02 complete bike in red.

2010 BMC SL01 Roadracer

2009-09-15T21:53:00.004+10:00

Sporting Sram Rival and Easton Vista wheels the next season Roadracer will be a lot lighter. Rumor has it a carbon fork with a tapered steerer but the studio pic doesn't look like it. Will have to see the demo bikes and a few weeks to be sure. The new colour is more along the lines of the previous generation SSX and there is another colour that probably wont be seen down under. With a RRP of about $3550 to go with the new lower weight it should also be a popular model.

2010 BMC SLR01 detail photos

2009-09-13T23:17:00.001+10:00

Some nice studio shots of the new SLR01 to wet your appetite.

2010 BMC SSX Streetfire

2009-09-13T23:02:00.003+10:00

With a few component changes and a revised colour scheme the SSX Streetfire from BMC remains largely unchanged for the coming season. And with an estimated price of around $2275 it will be as popular as ever in the Australian market place. With plenty of BMC signature features it will be noticed well ahead of other brands on the streets.

2010 SLX01

2009-09-12T08:51:00.004+10:00

No doubt due to its success in 2009 the new Racemaster remains almost unchanged for the coming year. Returning is the BMC trademark colours of red, white and black and sporting a full carbon fork to reduce weight and add to ride comfort. Will be fitted with 6700 Ultegra and easton EA70 wheelset. Specifications not confirmed.

September Special.

2009-08-29T15:03:00.001+10:00

For our September special we are offering a Dura Ace 7900 bottom bracket supplied and fitted for $99.00.

Will suit all Shimano hollowtech 2 cranksets and some other brands also.

BMC Racemaster demo bike

2009-08-19T09:56:00.002+10:00

At Cyclic Bicycles we have a BMC SLX01 racemaster demonstrator.

Prospective customers are welcome to come and test ride the bike on their favorite route or even at a club event. A simple ride around the block is sometimes not enough so we are happy to have you take our demo out for an extended ride to experience how good this bike actually is.

August Sram Red special

2009-08-10T18:12:00.005+10:00

In response to some of the supper cheap prices offered by some online bike store we are running an August special on Sram Red groupset's. Running up until the end of the month we will supply and fit a Sram red group in standard or compact version for only $2495.00. Add to this a set of Sram S40 or S60 wheels for only $1795.00. Call the shop on 03 90255494 or email evan@cyclicbicycles.com

2010 BMC SLR01

2009-08-05T14:34:00.005+10:00

Well the cat is out of the bag now.

Here she is, the stunning new BMC SLR01 Team Machine. For those that thought the Pro Machine was the pinnacle of BMC's carbon excellence they have raised the bar again.

At a claimed weight of 860 grams for a 55 cm frame there will be many sub 6 kg bike options available.

The new flagship now has its own fork and seatpost incorporating 'TCC' or tuned compliance concept. The fork is an all new BMC specific product that has a tapered steerer and weighs in at 315 gms.

Delivery is expected in Feb. 2010 and numbers will be extremely limited. We are taking pre-orders now and offer very attractive prices on component packages for those who chose to place an early order. Complete bikes fitted with Sram Red and easton EA90SLX wheels will be $8995 with pre orders closing in a few weeks.

Please contact the shop for further details.

2010 BMC Pre orders now being taken.

2009-07-18T16:30:00.005+10:00

I have just had a sneak peak at the new range from BMC for the coming season.

Having taken my first deposit for a new Racemaster I thought I might as well open up for pre orders for local customers.

Yes I have some early photo's and no I can't show them as I am sworn to secrecy.

After a slow start the SLX01 is the flavor of choice now and the updates for the new model are sure to see this bike sell out in record time.

The SL01 get's even more of a revamp and a super price point.

And there is also a completely new model. That's all I am saying right now. Don't want get into trouble.

New KHS Flite 100 in stock

2009-07-07T16:59:00.005+10:00

Here is the new KHS flite 100 colour. Very Bianchi if I do say. Looks brilliant in the sun with a pearl through the peppermint paint. This year they come with a better front fork end and also with steel toe clips and leather straps.

As alway the frame is Reynolds cro-mo and is reason these are so popular.

Our price is $995.00 and comes in 50 ,53 ,55 ,57 and 60 cm frame sizes.

On the floor and ready to ride away.

JJ Special

2009-06-27T22:42:00.002+10:00

Here is nice old JJ Special track bike bought in by a customer Steve who is looking to move it on. Lugged frame with hand painted artwork and the name Terry Walmsley on the top tube.

Campy pista cranks and headset. Pre NJS Dura-ace hubs laced to Wolber 28h super competition tubular rims, tied and soldered. Cinelli bar and a leather ISCA saddle. Fork is not original and the stem and post could do with replacing to something more fitting but at $950 It is a nice period example.

BMC on sale through June

2009-06-20T21:55:00.002+10:00

Well like just about every other business in town we are having an end of financial year sale of sorts. All BMC bikes and framesets on the floor are 20% off.

Such as TE04 $1295. SSX Streetfire $2120. TF03 $2995. I also have 1 only 59cm SLT01 Team Machine frameset left from 2008. Never to bee sen again in Australia.

Charge Plug sale

2009-06-11T12:18:00.002+10:00

Time to clear the floor stock before the end of the financial year.

All Charge Plug, Plug Freestyler and Plug Racer complete bikes on the floor are on sale for $1000.00 across all models. No further discounts and does not apply to bikes ordered in.

Save between $150 and $400.

Old Scrapper

2009-06-05T16:45:00.004+10:00

So I was down at the waste transfer station in Moonee Ponds dumping boxes at the re-cycle bin.

And there was some guys emptying a big trailer into the steel bin. I grabbed this old 1 star from them befor it went.

Must be late 40's - early 50's.

What to do,, what to do,,

Cube Litening HPT on the floor

2009-04-15T22:03:00.005+10:00

Yes it has finally arrived. The 2009 Cube Titanium Litening HPT. This full titanium frame bike has to bee seen in the flesh to be believed. Full Ultegra SL groupset, compact crank, and red Fulcrum 7's. Nice touches include the all white Easton EC90 SL full carbon fork and the Schwalbe Ultremo R tyres with Cube branding. More details can be seen on the Cube bikes website.

http://www.cube-bikes.de/xist4c/web/LITENING-HPT_id_30781_.htm

We have a 56cm demonstrator on the floor for immediate test-rides.

RRP will be $6895.00 with very limited numbers available in the early shipment.

Project Cecil Walker

2009-04-13T10:30:00.004+10:00

Great old frame and wheelset I picked up through the shop.

Cliff dropped in this old Cecil Walker path racer frame some time ago and I was always on the lookout for some parts to suit. Found this great set of Fiamme rims laced to a set of red Airlite hubs from Steve in Yarra Junction. 36 hole front, 40 hole rear, tied and soldered about 40 years ago. As you can see in the pics they have seen plenty of glue in their lifetime.

The frame has some pretty cool lugs and fork crown to suit. No resto on this one, more of a rat bike I think.

My new CX01 Crossmachine

2009-03-15T18:52:00.003+11:00

Well I went and got myself one.

Yep it's a full carbon cyclocross bike from BMC. More or less a Team Machine for the bush.

Same basic spec as the CX02 which is 105 compact gear but I have added Dura-ace shifters and have a nice set of Fulcrum racing 3's to go in also.

After riding the CX02 at demo day I knew this was the bike for me.

At a retail of about $3700 thaey are awesome value.

I can't wait to get out in the mud.

Plug Component re-shuffle

2009-02-27T14:49:00.003+11:00

Bit of a semi-custom Plug for Russell.

You see his girl has a Freestyler and they can't be a fully matching pair now.

So all the gear off a Plug Racer onto a Freestyler gives you this sweet little one.

Forward Components Eccentric Bottom bracket install Part 2.

2009-02-16T12:42:00.005+11:00

The BMC TE02 hardtail cross country frame comes standard with a 73mm shell width bottom bracket. The Forward Components unit is only suitable to be fitted to a standard 68mm shell so the BMC had to be faced down to correct size. I used a Cyclus tools bottom bracket facer.

The tool worked well enough but got some serious chatter going so the faces had to be hand finished to get nice and flat. Didn't take too long and with some patience and Inox it all came out well. With a 68mm bb this would not be necessary.

Next up, trimming the granny ring bosses off an XT crank.

Forward Components Eccentric Bottom bracket install

2009-02-16T09:26:00.003+11:00

On friday we fitted and new Forward component eccentric bottom bracket assembly to Justin's BMC TE02 single speed race bike. This is a bit of a short diary of the process. As with all friday afternoon's it was interrupted by a steady flow of customers so I didn't get to photograph everything.

First is the BB unit itself.

Extremely well machined from stainless steel and 6061 alloy with Enduro bearings. Threads were particularly nice and as pointed out by Eric the man behind Forward Components, are ever so slightly over-size to make for a perfect fit. 6 hardened steel grub-screws are located radially to lock the outer alloy adjuster ring at the desired chain tension. 3 Alloy spacers are included to allow for proper crank spacing. I also made use of my shim kit for fine tuning.

Next up, facing the BMC TE02 73mm shell bottom bracket down to 68mm

Cube Reaction 2009 preview

2009-01-23T09:36:00.004+11:00

Here is a sneak peak at what the German brand Cube will be offering in '09. The Reaction hardtail is all new with Shimano's internal bottom bracket and full XT build. Also incorporating the Fox/Shimano fork control system. Will be available in racing red and black anodized late Feb-early March.

Pre orders will be commencing soon with attractive packages available to early birds.

'09 KHS Flite 100 Fixie

2009-01-23T08:52:00.003+11:00

Now in stock is the new 2009 KHS flite 100. Very little change from 08 with a neat gloss white colour instead of the grunge flat black. Same double butted Reynolds tube set making it quite light weight. Cast crown fork with a 1 inch steerer and a-head headset. Huge amount of headset spacers so the bar can be dropped quite a lot. Bar, post and stem are generic black and base model San Marco Ponza saddle. New touches are the gold anodized alloy track cog and machined chainring. These 2 changes make for a much quieter drivetrain. Chain now has a removable link so it can be taken off and cleaned. Weinman rims and Kenda tyres on flip-flop hubset in all black.

All up a good package especially if you are looking at doind a bit of customizing later on.

RRP is $850. and comes in 50, 53, 55, 57 and 60cm sizes. These are selling fast and some sizes are already sold out completely.

Call the shop for more info.

BMC Demo day 17th and 18th of Jan.

2009-01-12T09:42:00.002+11:00

Feel like a blast on one of the new 2009 BMC range? Come on over to Lysterfield park where all of the BMC 2009 models will be available to test ride. From the TF04 right through to the New TF01 trailfox and the 160mm travel supertrail. Roadies wont be left out with the entire road range on show also.

My tips to get on board are the FS02 fourstroke and the supertrail in the mountain range and the CX02 cyclocross bike in the road range. Never had so much fun as I did on the CX02.

Bring your shoes, helmet and pedals and some I.D.

Some rides will be very popular so if you want to get on one at a particular time call me at the shop on 03 90255494.

We will be set-up at Trailmix at Lysterfield park from 8am till 6 PM.

Enter via the Horswood Rd. entrance near the dam.

Be there...

Charge's on the floor

2008-12-17T16:16:00.005+11:00

First order of Charge singlespeeds on the floor. All the Plug range and the Duster SS hardtail.

Only 1 small left and the rest medium and large.

Don't wait for Santa, he rides a hybrid giant. You will have to buy your own.

These little babies are really starting move out the door.

All we have left is 1 medium plug **Sold**, 1 medium racer and 3 freestyler's in XS medium and large. ***Sold***

All the small sizes are gone.

2008 bikes on sale update

2008-12-09T22:36:00.007+11:00

Short update on 2008 bikes left to clear.

BMC SSX Streetfire medium blue. $1795 **SOLD**

BMC SL01 56cm with Fulcrum 3's $2795

BMC TE02 19inch full xt $2795

BMC TF02 17inch Full xt $3495 **SOLD**

EPX Carbon flat bar road bike 62cm $1595 **SOLD**

EPX Hollowpoint hardtail 17inch $1095 **SOLD**

Allegro Onya 3 Medium $595 **SOLD**

Allegro M2 singlespeed med $550

New stock arriving so out they must go.

Charge on the way.

2008-12-08T14:43:00.003+11:00

Hopefully by next Monday we will have our first order of Charge bikes on the floor. Starting with the Plug and Duster SS in complete bikes and also their full range of saddles, grips and tapes.

I had a look at the range early in the year and am excited about stocking this great brand,

Old EPX Stock clearance

2008-12-02T15:53:00.003+11:00

I am having a huge pre-christmas old stock clearance.

See my eBay store OZEPX or call the shop.

Terrashark framesets $200.

303 carbon framesets $300.

31.6 Carbon seatposts $35.

Unpainted hardtail frames $150.

ITM/WTB post and saddle combo $15.

4 Terrashark complete $800

2 days in and 7 framesets down. Dont miss out people.

Allegro stock clearance sale.

2008-11-25T18:32:00.007+11:00

I have 4 Allegro bikes on the floor I would like to clear before Christmas so we are slashing the price.

Allegro M2 26 inch single speed medium. $550.00

Allegro Onya 1 700c single speed medium $550.00 *sold now.*

Allegro Nedi 2 700c single speed Large $550.00 * sold now*

Allegro Onya 3 700c 3 speed hub gear $595.00

Last 4 so get 'em while you can.

My 2009 Bicycle film festivle bike

2008-11-18T15:22:00.003+11:00

Here is my special bits and pieces bike for the film fest.

Cause I can......

BMC 2009 ride day this Sunday....

2008-11-16T19:22:00.004+11:00

This sunday the 23rd of November we will be having our first Cyclic Bicycles BMC ride day to introduce the new 2009 range to our customers.

Kicking of from 7:00am in the carpark on Boathouse Rd. just off Yarra Blvd.

Ride on down with you pedals and ID and sample what BMC has to offer for 2009.

Available to test will be the following machines.

The Steerfire SSX. Size available will be a medium, 55cm top tube.

All alloy frame with a BMC Straight blade carbon fork equipped with Shimano 105 running gear.

The SL01 Roadracer in Large size, 56.5mm top tube. All new alloy main frame with carbon seat stay and utilizing the all new BMC streampost 73.5 seatpost system. Full Shimano Ultegra running gear with Fulcrum 7 wheels.

Racemaster SLX01 in size 54cm. Alloy trident design utilizing the new bonded skeleton concept in unison with Easton CNT top/heat tube construction and CNT wishbone rear. Ultegra SL drivetrain with Fulcrum 5 wheels.

SLC01 Pro Machine in 55cm size. The pinnacle of carbon frame design and materials. The only frame to use Easton 'carbon nano technology'. Seductive to say the least. Equipped with full Dura Ace drivetrain and Fulcrum 3 wheels. A true modern masterpiece.

TT02 Time Machine size medium. Alloy main frame with Easton carbon rear aero section and Easton EC90 SLX aero fork. Ultegra/FSA drive train with DT Swiss wheels. This is our triathlon hire bike available to be used by you for upcoming events.

CX02 Cross Machine size 54cm. I had so much fun riding this bike at the BMC dealer day last month I had to have it for our demo day here in Melbourne. In the wet on a tight Blue Mountains single track I was stunned at how versatile a bike could be. Traction in wet was incredible and the agility over the rocks was something else.

Bicycle Film Festival has come to town

2008-11-04T16:17:00.003+11:00

With the start of the summer warmth also comes the international Bicycle film festival. I had such a blast at this event last year I am so looking forward to a repeat performance this year.
In conjunction with the Lee clothing store we have put together a sweet KHS fixie for the the event.

Simply purchase a pair of jeans and a Tee at their Chapel St. store and go into the draw to take it home. Or spend $100 and get a double pass to the bike's rock gig at the Hi Fi bar. 4 rippin' bands to get the show going.

New SSX Streetfire

2008-10-28T19:18:00.004+11:00

Very similar to the new SL01 Roadracer is the SSX Streetfire. The new model that arrived yesterday in stunning white with green trim is sure to be a hit with those looking for a new bike with an entry level price tag with all of the design features of it's much more expensive siblings.

At first glance the frame is almost identical to the SL01 but a second look reveals the standard seat clamp design, external cable routing and the lack of CNT carbon rear wishbone.

Component specs include a full Shimano 105 drivetrain, at last a complete groupo. Matched with RS10 wheels wearing Conti Ultra Sport tyres. And once again there is the Scor Bar, Post and Stem. All up such a well put together package.

2009 SL01 Roadracer on the floor

2008-10-28T14:48:00.003+11:00

We have now received our first few of the new 2009 model BMC bikes.

Starting with the all new Roadracer. The new bike is a complete rework of the older SL01 which is instantly recognized by the new trademark integrated skeleton concept seat cluster and streampost 73.5 seatpost system. With the downtube using up the full width of the bottom bracket shell and traditional T-section toptube using triple butted 7005 series Easton tubing, stiffness is no doubt going to be a high point of this new frame. The addition of the CNT whishbone seatstays and carbon streampost will smooth the ride well also.

Equipped with a full Ultegra drivetrain and using standard 53-39t chainrings and fitted with Fulcrum 7 wheels. Finished off nicely with BMC's Scor branded Bar stem and saddle. The bar is particularly comfortable and is very similar to an Easton EA70.

This along with all 2009 models will be available to test at our ride day.

BMC 2009 model ride day.

2008-10-15T12:38:00.002+11:00

With the first shipment of new BMC bikes only days away I am planning a small ride day for those who would like to test ride some of the new road models.

A tentative date of Sunday the 23rd of November in the close proximity of Kew boulevard is on the cards. I hope to have every model from the new Streetfire up to Pro Machine available.

Nothing like Oscar night, just small scale social introduction to the new range.

Ride preference will be given to those who choose to book a ride in advance.

BYO pedals and ride gear.

Contact me at the shop to express your interest.

03 90255494

or evan@cyclicbicycles.com

BMC SLX01 review on Youtube

2008-10-12T21:54:00.003+11:00

Here is a short review I found on Youtube from Competitive cyclist in the US. Nice easy to understand critique on the new SLX01.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqxTpVEMmhI

If you you like the sound of what you hear then don't hesitate to book a test ride on our demonstrator. We also have a Pro Machine so you can compare the 2 back to back.

BMC TT02 Hire bike

2008-10-09T09:23:00.003+11:00

Here is a couple of pics of the TT02 in the shop. SLK cranks, DT r1900 wheelset. Ultegra drivetrain with dura-ace shifters.

This bike is now going to be available for hire. Getting into tri racing and don't want to outlay big $$$'s on a new bike to discover it's not for you? Come in and hire our TT02 for your next race.

Call the shop for details.

Cube Litening HPT

2008-10-07T21:52:00.006+11:00

I have just had a call from the Australian distributor of Cube Bikes and he tells me to expect to se some of the glorious titanium Cube Litening HPT's arriving in the not too distant future. Built with Ultegra SL and Fulcrum 7 wheels this bike will offer a great introduction to a titanium frame for any rider.

Very limited early release so if you would like to reserve one for yourself please contact us at the shop.

Brunswick Cycling Club swap-meet.

2008-10-06T14:27:00.003+11:00

Looks like time to go shopping for a new project people. May even shut the shop on a sunday to go down myself.

2008 bikes on sale.

2008-10-03T09:59:00.008+10:00

Ok punters it's time to clear out the remaining 2008 models in store to make way for some exciting new stock.

All Allegro bikes up to 40% off.

2 x KHS Flite 100 track framesets 57cm $300 each.

1 x BMC SSX Streetfire size Med. in electric blue $1895.00

1 x TF02 Trailfox 17inch Full XT build $3495.00

1 x BMC TE02 18 inch Full XT build $2795.00

1 x BMC TE03 17 inch X7 build **SOLD**

1 x BMC TT02 Triathlon/TT bike size med. $2795.00

1 x BMC Pro Machine Red 55cm Dura Ace $6345.00

1 x TE02 Frameset 16 inch polished shark colour $995.00

1 x SL01 Roadracer Frameset 54cm Black/white. $1195.00

On top of that all BMC's will come with free BMC clothing if I have your size.

Call the shop for more details.

03 90255494

2009 BMC TE01

2008-09-30T12:32:00.004+10:00

New for the OZ market is the full carbon TE01 hardtail XC racebike. This a Pro Machine for the trails. As used by the current women's world marathon champion and designed for optimum power transmission and superb ride comfort.

We will have one of these framesets on the floor as soon as they arrive in the country.

More to follow when we get one in hand.

2009 BMC SL01 Roadracer

2008-09-29T09:57:00.004+10:00

The all new SL01 Roadracer also receives a redesign along the lines of the SLX01 with the integration of the streampost and carbon seatstay. Added is internal downtube cable routing and the airfoils seat tube. Available in orange or green and with a womens Shiver version in blue.

As with all the new models, we wont know the final build specs until delivery starts to flow through but word is that they will be equipped with full Ultegra build and carry Fulcrum 5 wheels.

BMC website images show 105 components, however I have been assured this is not the case for Australian model bikes.

2009 BMC Trailfox

2008-09-28T09:15:00.004+10:00

Next up is the new 2009 Trailfox. This new model looks to be an almost complete rework of the previous model with a completely new tubeset and swingarm. Once again the crosslock cluster is gone to accommodate the new top tube and a new redesigned top link is used. Some smart touches are the markings on the seat tube and linkage to help the rider set up sag.

The new Trailfox comes in 3 built specs with the TF01 having 140mm of rear travel and the TF02 and TF03 having 120mm. Chainstays are a just a touch under 2cm shorter on the MY09 model Finish again looks outstanding and attention to the detail of function is as always the primary consideration.

More to come on this sensational new model form BMC.

2009 BMC range on it's way

2008-09-26T09:33:00.005+10:00

Yesterday we were given the first glimpse of the new range of bikes and frames for 2009 with some models due in the next few weeks. Most have already seen or ridden the SLX01 Racemaster and will be happy to see some of the brilliant design innovations flowing down to other models.

First up is the all new SSX Streetfire. Taking it's styling from the Pro Machine, the new hyro-formed tube set offers more stiffness and gone is BMC's trademark cross-lock seat cluster for a more traditional arrangement. Also the seat stays are very similar to the SLX01 but are an alloy item. Not exactly sure of the final specs but will be based around Shimano 105 drivetrain and Retail for $2495.00

Sneak peek at some new Velocity stuff...

2008-09-18T21:12:00.001+10:00

Here is a sneak peek at some new Velocity stuff being shown at Interbike. So far about 10-12 different designs.

Cube Hooper for the super commuter out there.

2008-09-18T16:20:00.003+10:00

Also new on the floor from Cube Bikes is the Hooper. All aluminium hydroformed tubes. Full Shimano Alfine 8 speed hub gear built kit. Hydraulic centre lock rotors and Marathon Supreme tyres. Glorious smooth ride and the rapid fire shifter are such a pleasant change from the traditional twistgrips.

New Cube reaction just landed.

2008-09-17T16:47:00.003+10:00

A couple of new Cube bikes have just hit the floor. First up is the Reaction hardtail MTB in racing red. XT cranks and derailers, LX shifters and Formula Oro brakes. Reba pop-lock rapid wind down fork and Mavic Crossride wheels. This little pup is awesome and looks even faster in the flesh than in the pics.

New frame stuff

2008-09-14T20:43:00.002+10:00

So I have been into Jem's ear about some new frame parts. Jem is from like butter and has done a couple of 3D models of some dropouts for SS/track frames. Would like some input on what is a good thing out of the designs he has done so far. Am looking at CNC from billet and laser cut tube sets. Feeback please.

What a week..

2008-09-14T19:13:00.004+10:00

Well that was a busy week in the shop. Big thanks to EM for Saturday on the floor, really good to have you around. So many service bikes everywhere and lots of happy punters with the smell of spring in the air. Tony's Pro Machine with Sram red has come up a treat and he now has no excuses not jump up a grade.
Hats off to Big T for doing the Great Queensland bike ride and an Allegro M1 singlespeed. All 700+ km of it. Anyone who thinks they need 27 gears to get around fear not after that effort.
Next friday is Pirate goat night. Ride to the Goat dressed like a pirate. Not sure if I can get a Peg Leg to take a Time atac cleat though. Argh Argh mee arties...

Gios for sale in the shop.

2008-09-13T19:07:00.005+10:00

Here is beautiful pre-loved steel framed Italian up for offer. Polished lugs, Campag adjustable dropouts, Fulcrum 7's in red anodized finished, Record headset, Mirage 9speed shift-gear, Vleoflex tyres, Lightspeed titanium seatpost.This is just a peach and you do need to see it in the flesh. $1500.00 to the first one who want's her. Around the 57cm mark size wize. Needs a new cassette and the Veloflex bags are a bit hard also. Fresh cables and bar tape.

Still available, no longer on hold.

PRICE DROP........$1250.00.......

John's KHS

2008-09-13T17:01:00.003+10:00

Here is a pic of John's KHS flite 100 build up.

Just waiting for hubs and spoke to come from Velocity to finish it off. Whit powdercoat from ADA in Thomastown, Sugino messenger cranks and ring, Nitto bar and stem. Nice neat little ride indeed.

Cranky Sundays blog

2008-09-06T07:58:00.003+10:00

Here is a few friends of ours.

Stainless lugged tourer

2008-09-02T20:41:00.003+10:00

Here is a couple of pics of a jigged up lugged steel touring frame. Stainless slant lugs from Llewellyn and Columbus Nemo tubing. This is just for Richard of Allegro bikes. Just to see if the lugs have the right angles and all. The stumbling block is the BB shell. It will need to go and be replaced with a non-lugged item and fillet brazed. You can't see the dropouts but gee they're nice Dazza.

It's nice having a distraction from the shop out in the shed. A bloke needs his shed you know. Maybe I should make a new ride for myself.

Last few Terrashrks for sale..

2008-08-26T11:50:00.003+10:00

We have 5 complete new-old-stock Terrashark bikes to clear out. All full carbon monocoque frame and swingarm. XT/LX/Deore shift gear. Mavic X317 rims with Magura comp hubs. Manitou Black coil spring forks. Includes pedals for $900.00. Get 'em while they last.

New season Allegro bikes on the floor.

2008-08-18T20:30:00.002+10:00

It is fast approaching the warmer months but you wouldn't know it with the cold spell we have been having. We have some new Allegro bikes on the floor for the commuters out there looking for something light and simple to rip into work. As always the Onya 1's and the new style M2. Also we have already been through a few Nedi 2's. These new Cro Mo framed single speeds offer such versatility. They come delivered as a single speed but now have the options of horizontal drop outs and a derailer hanger. We have done 3 9-speed conversions so far to these little rippers. We also fit an hydraulic front brake. Yep, they also have disc compatable hubs and disc mounts as well as v-brake mounts on the frame and fork. Other new additions to the range are the Onya 3 with a 3-speed internal gear hub. We sell them fitted with a panier rack for $825 ride away.

Friday ride...

2008-08-12T23:53:00.002+10:00

This friday is my 40th.... whooo hooo.
Come and join the ride to the Mountain Goat brewery in Richmond.
Party'c'pants get the spoils for their toils.
6pm start time.

SLX01 first ride.

2008-08-08T23:27:00.004+10:00

Well after 3 hours on the floor it seemed like the only decent thing to do was to take the new SLX 01 on our regular Friday ride. After clearing the days service work I put the new beast together as it came out of the box other than changing the brakes over to right hand front. The instructions for setting the new streampost were somewhat vague to say the least. One thing that didn't help was the alignment marks on either side of the carbon section were both at different heights so which one to pick? After a phone call to 'the man' I discovered that there was some indescrepencies with the decals on the first few early release framesets. With that in mind I used a bit of common sense and all was swinging in no time. The whole setup really is so easy to adjust once you get things set right. I expected something much heavier and more cumbersome but no, the whole post assembly is light and very functional. One thing about the new SLX that could catch a few out is like on the Team machine, the shift cables can become crossed in the down tube as mine were. No real problem as the internal cable routing easy to sort but you do need to check for it.

I should say here that we weighed the bike at 8.26kg with no pedals or grip tape for a 54cm sized bike as supplied. No doubt there will be some variation across the range.

The first 12km of the ride were damp and still raining slightly. Even so the bike felt very positive and I was confident pushing it a bit though wet corners. I didn't like the gearing for city riding but hat is not what this machine is for at all. Acceleration was brisk from a stand still and better if already at speed. After taking care of business formatlities at the Mountain Goat Brewery it was another short backstreet shuffle with a quick sprit here and there. I left the Gem Bar and the Gravytrain singing songs about ghosts, vampires and zombies. There is someting about a band with a guy playing 3 feet of chain with a claw hammer that make friday night rides just a bit different.

Off into town to play with the late night traffic and see how things go in a different type of pack. The front end felt well planted across the rugged Melbourne road and although you could tell the front fork had an alloy top end it wasn't as rough as other alloy steerer forks I have ridden. This is probably due to the beautiful frame. And What a beauty it is.

You can feel the stiffness in the bottom end and at the same time you can feel the suppleness in the carbon top/headtube combination. It does like to be ridden fast. Cruising around at a steady pace can be comfortable but not enjoyable. I enjoyed going quicker that I normally would in certain situations.

After checking the time to see it was just shy of midnight I though I would take an older yet familiar route home to get a comparison to what I have ridden over the same ground before. Out through South Melbourne firsts then back though Docklands, over towards Footscray then up along the Maribyrnong river. A steady headwind prevailed for 5km with not a huge amount of effort needed to push into it. Once at the trail along the river and the wind losing its effect it was easy to crank up the SLX along the tight winding path and make quick time. The handling of the bike really showed on the twisty river side route. At the end of the river trail there is a couple of short sharp climbs that the new bike just powered up with ease. Those who like to climb will find an instant liking to this frameset.

The 54cm was one size too small for me so I do look forward to trying a 56cm on for size.

I hope to have a couple of club racers take this one out for a spin and give a better review from a competitive point of view.

Stay tuned.

BMC SLX 01 Demo bike is on the floor....

2008-08-08T14:25:00.004+10:00

Our first '09 BMC SLX 01 Racemaster is on the floor and ready to roll. We have a 54cm in black, white and blue as our demo/test bike. Equipped with the new Fulcrum 5 evolution wheelset, FSA SLK compact carbon crankset and Easton EA50 bar, post and stem combo. Shifting is Ultegra in smoke grey. As in introductory offer we are offering the following. Come in and test ride the bike and if you decide to purchase we will include your choice of either a Lazer Genesis helmet in the colour of you choice or a pair of Time RSX pedals.

'57 Speedwell resto job.

2008-08-02T12:44:00.003+10:00

This some pics of a semi resto on a 1957 Speedwell that Flynn brought in to us. Just a lovely piece of Australian bike history. Clear coated over the rusty patina looks a treat. More of it I say.

I'll split the difference with ya....

2008-07-26T14:04:00.003+10:00

Now this is getting value or money. Brake pads worn though the rim surface. This happened to a guy while riding and luckily he didn't take a tumble.